
Overview
Dr. Kathleen Christians specializes in surgical oncology and minimally invasive surgery (robotic and laparoscopic), with special emphasis on treatment of malignant and benign diseases of the liver, pancreas, biliary tree and gastrointestinal tract. Dr. Christians is Service Chief of Surgical Oncology GI Service, Co-director of the HPB Fellowship Program and her research interests focus on personalized cancer care and outcomes research in cancer.
Dr. Christians is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Ampullary Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.
Dr. Christians is board certified in Surgery and Surgical Critical Care. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 104 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Christians is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
8800 W. Doyne Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53226
900 N. 92nd St., Milwaukee, WI 53226
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
1 Clinical Trials
Clinical Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital
Dr. Clarke specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on tumors of the upper gastrointestinal tract, sarcomas, melanomas and regional therapies for advanced malignancies.Her research interests are centered on personalized cancer care and targeted approaches in pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. Dr. Clarke is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Clarke is board certified in Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology. Dr. Clarke is currently accepting new patients.
Clinical Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital
Douglas B. Evans, MD, is an independent general surgeon at Ascension Wisconsin in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Dr. Evans provides surgical care to patients of all ages. He delivers advanced surgical treatments using minimally invasive and robotic-assisted technology to repair abdominal conditions and other injuries. Robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgery may lead to a faster recovery, shorter hospital stay, and less scarring. Dr. Evans is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Evans is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery and Surgery. Dr. Evans is currently accepting new patients.
Breast Care Center - Clinical Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital
Amanda L. Kong, MD, MS, is a professor of surgery and section chief of breast surgery in the Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Kong received her undergraduate degree at Brown University and her MD from the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. She completed her general surgery residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City followed by a Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. She joined the Medical College of Wisconsin in 2008 as an assistant professor where she obtained a Master’s Degree in Epidemiology in 2010.Dr. Kong is a member of many prestigious societies including the American Society of Breast Surgeons, the Society of Surgical Oncology, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and the American College of Surgeons. She served as the Chair of the Breast Fellowship Training Committee of the Society of Surgical Oncology which oversees all the breast training programs in the United States and is currently the State Chair for Wisconsin for the Commission on Cancer. Dr. Kong is also a member of the Editorial Board of the American Journal of Surgery.Among her many honors, Dr. Kong has been awarded Best Doctor by M Magazine and Best Doctors in America. She has also been awarded the Medical College of Wisconsin Outstanding Medical Student Teaching Award several times as well as the Excellence in Professionalism Award from the faculty practice in 2016. Her research focuses on breast cancer disparities and outcomes, breast cancer care in the elderly, as well as improving the quality of life for breast cancer patients. She has published multiple peer reviewed articles and book chapters in addition to being a sought mentor to students and residents.Dr. Kong is a breast surgical oncologist with a clinical and research focus in breast cancer and benign breast diseases. She is the surgical lead for the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Inflammatory Breast Cancer Program through IBC Connect, a consortium developed by MD Anderson Cancer Center. She joined the CAPS group (formerly known as PCOR) while completing her Master’s Degree in Epidemiology at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Her clinical practice provides the foundation for her research to help improve the care of her patients. She has an interest in quality of care and health care disparities with respect to breast cancer outcomes. Her current research focuses on the relationship between hospital volume and breast cancer care, including differences in processes of care in high- and low-volume hospitals and their impact on mortality through the use of large administrative databases and tumor registries. She also has a research focus on the treatment of older breast cancer patients, specifically balancing quality of life and maximizing treatment outcomes. Dr. Kong is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Kong is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Kong is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kathleen K. Christians
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kathleen K. Christians?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kathleen K. Christians by calling their office at 414-805-0505. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kathleen K. Christians a top-rated expert for Pancreatic Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kathleen K. Christians is classified as an Elite expert for Pancreatic Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Kathleen K. Christians specialize in?
While Dr. Kathleen K. Christians is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Ampullary Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Kathleen K. Christians participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kathleen K. Christians has published 104 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Kathleen K. Christians's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kathleen K. Christians accept my insurance?
Dr. Kathleen K. Christians accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 414-805-0505 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Ampullary CancerDr. Christians isElite. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- PancreatectomyDr. Christians isElite. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Christians isElite. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Christians isDistinguished. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Christians isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- HepatectomyDr. Christians isDistinguished. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- Pancreatic Ductal AdenocarcinomaDr. Christians isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.
- Advanced
- Esophageal CancerDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GlucagonomaDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- InsulinomaDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Liver CancerDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Christians isAdvanced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- Hepatic Cystic HamartomaDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma.
- Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)Dr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS).
- MesenchymomaDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- SplenectomyDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.
- Stomach CancerDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic SarcomaDr. Christians isExperienced. Learn about Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.


